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A unique way for retired residents to support their community
The Canadian Corps of Commissionaires was established in 1925. An interesting bit of history is that their origins date back to 1859, when former Crimean War veterans were hired to…
Helping people get to their medical appointments when there is no other way
Medical appointments are often out of town for residents combating cancer and require regular travel to and from the city or other communities. If driving themselves is not an option,…
A past favourite program for students and first responders is back this month
The P.A.R.T.Y. (Prevent Alcohol and Risk-Related Trauma in Youth) Program isn’t the type of party kids might be used to or think about attending as they grow up, but once…
All fired up for freedom
On Saturday, the corner area of the Whitecourt IGA parking lot was packed for an afternoon rally. By the time things got going, a large crowd had gathered in front…
Dealing with bus cancellations and finding ways to keep the learning going
Be it the weather or unforeseen circumstances; sometimes school buses cannot run. In the past, a snow day, or a freezing rain day, might’ve meant staying home from school, watching…
Learning the tools to help tackle debt once and for all
For many, tackling debt is a priority. It can feel like quicksand for those whose debt grows with payments that seem out of reach. Debtors calling at all hours, wanting…
Free tax returns for low income families and individuals available at the AJMC thanks to long-standing program
The Volunteer Income Tax Program has been a staple in Whitecourt for over a decade and is offered through the Allan & Jean Millar Centre. Fay Arcand, Whitecourt’s FCSS Program…
Round two, here we come
With regular-season action finished, the Whitecourt Wolverines turned to face the first contender of their post-season life; the Bonnyville Pontiacs. In the six games between the two rivals during the…
School fees for transportation could be on the rise for NGPS, inflation impact
During a recent Northern Gateway Public Schools Trustee Meeting, board members discussed the variables around raising transportation fees for grant-ineligible students. Superintendent Kevin Bird explained that the proposed rise was…
How close contact rules look for school staff with family members at home sick with COVID
During a recent Northern Gateway Public Schools Trustee meeting, a discussion was had concerning non-paid leave for teachers and staff who become close contacts with someone sick with COVID. Trustee…
2021 through the eyes of Eagle Town Victim Services
Every year, both Town and County Councils receive an update from Eagle Tower Victim Services on the previous year’s numbers. Program Manager Tina Prodaniuk visited Woodlands County Council on Wednesday,…
Response times in Whitecourt for certain priority calls are above the provincial average, showed RCMP data for 2021
The Whitecourt RCMP stats from 2021 and the detachment’s goals and objectives were shared with the Whitecourt and Woodlands County Councils last week. Staff Sargent Ted Zadderey and NCO Sargent…
You win some, and you lose some
The Whitecourt Wolverines were in action last week with two home games. On Wednesday, February 9, things kicked off against the Drayton Valley Thunder at 7:30 pm. A small crowd…
Ballooning truck costs make things unattainable
The rising costs for trucks came through vividly during a recent Woodlands County meeting. A tender was put out previously for the purchase of five three-quarter-ton pickups. Three bids came…
A beautiful logo for the Whitecourt Indigenous Friends Society
Thanks to a recently held contest, the Whitecourt Indigenous Friends Society has a brand new logo. “It all stemmed from when I was signing thank you letters following the society’s…